UAE to start midday break tomorrow

Starting tomorrow, June 15, UAE firms will mandatorily be required to offer a midday break to workers.

All work performed under the sun and in open places is banned between the peak hours of 12.30pm and 3pm, according to the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation.

The three-month peak summer reprieve will be in place till September 15.

Any establishment that does not comply with the decision will be fined Dh5,000 per worker. A maximum of Dh50,000 fine can be levied in case several workers are employed during the banned hours.

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